Chinese state media criticism of VIVANT halts Sanrio tie-in goods sold in Japan
A commentator says the episode shows Japanese firms absorbing real business damage from a political information campaign they have no part in.
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VIVANT Gets a Film Version, Opening December 4
TBS announced the movie during the drama's finale on Sunday, with star Masato Sakai appearing by video and IMAX screenings also planned.
VIVANT Gets a Movie: TBS Drama's Finale Ends With a December 4 Release Date
Sakai Masato announced the film version in the closing moments of the 24th and final episode, with tickets going on sale at midnight on November 9 — about a month before release.
Sakai Masato's parting words on VIVANT set off sequel talk
Episode 23 ended with a shooting and a message from the star that viewers read as a hint the story will continue past the November 8 finale.
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